Through a combination of Sam’s loyalty and the wisdom of a solemn young man, Frodo receives some much-needed aid in his quest (but not without quite a bit of discomfort first). Read more
III. Chapter 1: The Departure of Boromir
The story expands its scope as we embark upon The Two Towers. Read more
II. Chapter 10: The Breaking of the Fellowship
‘The day has come at last,’ [Aragorn] said: ‘the day of choice which we have long delayed. What shall now become of our Company that has travelled so far in fellowship? Read more
II. Chapter 9: The Great River
Danger closes in from without, and divisions start to appear from within, as the Company moves toward a decision. Read more
II. Chapter 8: Farewell to Lórien
The Company resumes their journey, but without Gandalf to lead them, doubt and conflict begins to show among the party. Read more
II. Chapter 7: The Mirror of Galadriel
We meet perhaps the most interesting female character in Tolkien’s legendarium as the Company prepares itself to move forward. Read more
II. Chapter 6: Lothlórien
The Company has barely begun to grieve the loss of Gandalf, and their quest is still far from over. Read more
II. Chapter 5: The Bridge of Khazad-dûm
The Company finds itself in a trap, but Gandalf is determined to get them out, whatever the cost. Read more
II. Chapter 4: A Journey in the Dark
With the Quest still before them, the Company must choose between darkness and defeat. Also, Gandalf is awesome. Read more
II. Chapter 3: The Ring Goes South
The Company is formed and begins the Quest, so let’s talk about these characters we’re going to spend the rest of the book with. Read more
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